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Experienced Social Worker - Child Protection, Knowsley
Client:
Service Care Solutions
Location:
Knowsley, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
64da17014a83
Job Views:
5
Posted:
14.07.2025
Expiry Date:
28.08.2025
Job Description:
Job Description
Knowsley Council is seeking an experienced and passionate Locum Child Protection Social Worker to join our Child Protection team. This full-time role offers the opportunity to make a real difference to vulnerable children and families, working in a supportive environment focused on quality practice, supervision, and manageable caseloads. Based in Knowsley, you will work with skilled colleagues in a high-performing team committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare.
Responsibilities
* Manage a caseload of children subject to child protection plans, children in need, and pre-proceedings work
* Undertake thorough assessments and create effective, outcome-focused plans
* Engage children and their families to build positive, strengths-based relationships
* Chair core group meetings and attend child protection conferences, strategy meetings, and legal planning meetings
* Prepare clear, evidence-based reports for conferences, reviews, and court proceedings
* Work collaboratively with partners across health, education, police, and voluntary agencies
* Ensure all interventions comply with relevant legislation, policy, and statutory guidance
* Promote the voice of the child and prioritize their welfare at every stage of intervention
Requirements
* Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration
* Significant experience in statutory child protection, including court work and planning
* Strong knowledge of the Children Act 1989, Working Together 2018, and other key legislation and guidance
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
* Ability to manage complex cases timely and proportionately
* Confident in making sound, defensible decisions in safeguarding contexts
* Willing to work flexibly in a busy team environment
* Full UK driving license and ability to travel within the borough
How to Apply
If interested, please call Chris Richardson at 01772 208964 or email your CV to [emailprotected].
If this role isn’t suitable but you know someone who would be a good fit, refer them and receive a referral bonus of £350.
Benefits of working with SCS:
* Dedicated Social Work consultant with single point of contact
* Referral bonuses - £350 per successful placement
* Extensive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK
* Nationwide staffing for over 200 local authorities
* Bi-weekly payroll
* Flexible payment options: Ltd and PAYE
* Annual training budget up to £250 plus online CPD
* Annual loyalty schemes and bonuses
* Free fast-track DBS disclosures
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